Posted on 01/05/2024 1:15:47 PM PST by nickcarraway
Rise In Flu Cases Sparks Call For Face Mask Recall Patient and doctor wearing face masks. Credit: Yuganov Konstantin/Shutterstock.com
AS Spain wrestles with the resurgence of respiratory illnesses, doctors are requesting that face masks be mandatory in primary care.
In light of the escalating flu cases, similar to pre-pandemic levels, the Spanish Society of Family and Community Medicine (semFYC) has urged the reinstatement of mandatory masks in Primary Care centres.
In late December, Spain experienced a significant increase in respiratory illnesses, including flu, COVID-19, and bronchiolitis, impacting Primary Care and emergency hospital services. This surge in cases has led to a call for heightened safety measures.
Epidemic Peak And Vaccination Appeal
Epidemiologists predict the peak of these epidemics around mid-January. Consequently, vulnerable individuals and those over 60, currently showing low immunisation rates, are being encouraged to get vaccinated.
The Spanish Society of Family and Community Medicine (semFYC) aims to mitigate virus transmission, especially to those with multiple or chronic illnesses, by reinforcing protective measures like physical distancing, the use of hydroalcoholic gels, and improved ventilation in waiting areas.
Moreover, they advocate for public awareness on the proper use of healthcare services, emphasising the need to avoid unnecessary visits to reduce centre saturation.
This advice comes amidst concerns of the situation worsening post-Epiphany celebrations and school reopenings, despite the current data being in line with pre-pandemic patterns.
Protective Measures And Public Responsibility
Amos Garcia Rojas, an epidemiologist and head of Epidemiology and Prevention Services of the General Directorate of Public Health of the Government of the Canary Islands, stressed the crucial role of masks.
‘These people should wear a mask to prevent the spread of the virus and, at the same time, we must think that if a person has a respiratory condition that does not prevent them from carrying out their daily activities, it is best that they do so with a mask,’ he explained.
He sees masks as not only pivotal during the pandemic but also as an ongoing tool of solidarity, especially in healthcare settings.
In Madrid, Fatima Matute, the Minister of Health, called for calm on Thursday, December 4, noting the flu incidence in Madrid is akin to pre-pandemic levels.
‘In the Community of Madrid we are not worried because at the moment, although obviously the attendance of the Emergency Room has increased a lot, as happens every year, we can assume the hospital admissions and at the moment we have not had to suspend any type of scheduled activity.’
It’s the Flu, bro.
Exactly.
If I get the flu I stay home in bed get lots of rest and catch up on reruns and hockey games. No mask thanks.
“He also sees masks as an ongoing tool of solidarity”
Uh oh, he said the silent part out loud.
Since there are no studies showing any positive effect from masks and may ill effects from wearing masks of course the fools in charge are mandating masks.
Going to hell in a hand basket is the meme of the day..
You can “call for face mask return” all you want. It ain’t happening.
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Ancient joke: He opened a window and influenza.
Evil and stupid never stops-—
If you can smell a fart through your mask then it is no good against the Covid virus.
Then let the people who are afraid of it wear the masks and leave everyone else alone.
Prove to me that masking has ever prevented a single case of the flu or COVID. I’ll wait.
Co2 is not good for us.
The flu has been around for years, even during Covid, yet the CDC or the NHIS never ordered masks be worn any year the flu was in full swing. I was hospitalized in January of 2016 due to dehydration and my electrolytes being messed up. I didn’t have the flu. The hospital was overwhelmed with flu cases, to the point that they had to open up another wing of the hospital that had been closed for a long time. No masks were required of the patients or the staff, and no visits were restricted either. Life went on as usual in the hospital. This is all such a crock of $hit.
I see stupid people wearing masks all the time. I suspect most of them are liberals who still think masks and vaccines are the only thing that will save them from certain death by these little bugs.
Stupid people are everywhere.
The flu has been around since at least 1918.
At least you can spot the fools more easily when they are wearing their masks. Thank them for wearing their masks and not spreading their STDs or other diseases.
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